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SusQI Case Study - Leeds Green Ward Competition - Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Team

Rachel McLean
Rachel McLean • 29 June 2022

SusQI project was completed as part of the Leeds Green Ward Competition 10th January - 25th March by the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Team.

Team members:

  • Grace Crossland - PICU Staff Nurse
  • Dr Jonathan Ince - Simulation Fellow
  • Dr Alex Olney - ST3, Paediatrics

Project Aim:

To stop the use of non-indicated nonsterile gloves during the preparation and administration of oral and enteral medicines within PICU, via a staff re-education and behavior change initiative

Results: 

A 25% reduction in glove use on PICU would save between 2242.73 kgCO2e - 3997.19 kgCO2e per year (variation accounting for PICU capacity between 11-18 patients). This is equvalent to driving between 6,435 and 11,496 miles in an average car. 

A reduction in use by 25% will save £1965.81 - £3216.79 per year. Reduced glove use may also reduce rates of contact dermatitis for staff.

Click here for more information on the Green Team Competition (including organisation impact reports). 

Resource publishing organisation(s) or journal
Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Resource publication date
June 2022

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